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The camel can drink 100 liters of water in ten minutes.

The dromedary possesses a remarkable hydration capacity that allows it to drink colossal amounts of water in very little time. This extraordinary performance is made possible by th...

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The bat is the only mammal capable of active flight.

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Elephants recognize their reflection in a mirror.

African savanna elephant · Scientific

Clownfish can change sex during their life.

Clownfish · Scientific

Dogs can detect certain illnesses in humans using their sense of smell.

Dog · Scientific

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